Iran Name Meaning & Origin
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The name 'Iran' is derived from the Middle Persian 'Aryān' meaning 'Land of the Aryans.' It has been used historically to refer to the region and its people, and officially as the country's name since the 20th century.
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Iranian (Persian (Farsi)) 90%
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Persian (Persian (Farsi)) 5%
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Middle Eastern (Various Middle Eastern ethnicities) 5%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Iran
Notable individuals include Iran Darroudi, a renowned Iranian artist; Iran Barkley, an American former professional boxer of Iranian descent; and Iran Hostage Crisis, a significant historical event involving American hostages in Iran.
Iran Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.